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Kenya has begun construction on a project to produce green fertiliser using solar power, according to a report by Renewables Now. The initiative combines renewable energy with agricultural input production, aimed at reducing dependence on imported synthetic fertiliser and cutting emissions from farming. Details on the project's size, location and backers were not provided.
- 2Kenyan Church calls for protection of refugee and migrant minorsโผKenya: Church urges protection for refugee and migrant minors
The Catholic Church in Kenya has urged stronger protection for refugee and migrant children, calling on authorities and communities to safeguard unaccompanied and vulnerable minors. Kenya hosts a significant refugee population, mainly in camps near the Somali border, and children there face risks of exploitation, trafficking and lack of access to education and documentation.
- 3Uber's Kenyan Safari Business Is Already StumblingโผUberโs New Kenyan Safari Business Is Already Stumbling
Uber's newly launched safari booking business in Kenya is reportedly running into early difficulties, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The service, which lets tourists book safaris through the ride-hailing company, is said to be stumbling shortly after launch. Details on the exact problems were not provided, but the report suggests the expansion beyond Uber's core transport offering faces challenges in the Kenyan market.
- 4Kenya Police Warn Against Flashy 'Masharp Boys' ScamsโKenya Police Warn Against Flashy 'Masharp Boys' and 'Sharp Girls' Scams
Kenyan police are warning the public about con artists known as 'Masharp Boys' and 'Sharp Girls', flashy young fraudsters who charm targets before swindling them out of money. The gangs reportedly pose as well-dressed, smooth-talking suitors or socialites to gain trust quickly. Authorities urge Kenyans, especially those approached by overly generous strangers, to be cautious and verify identities before handing over money or personal details.
- 5iDE Kenya promotes nutrition-smart farming in Makueniโ๐ข๐๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ฒ๐ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง-๐๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ญ ๐ ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐ค๐ฎ๐๐ง๐ข.
iDE Kenya is supporting nutrition-smart farming in Makueni County, according to an announcement carried by the county government. The initiative aims to encourage farming practices that improve both household incomes and nutrition for local communities. Further details on funding, partners and beneficiary numbers have not been made available.